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UAAP: NU moves past La Salle to end first round with six straight wins
The National University (NU) Bulldogs concluded the first round of the UAAP Season 86 men's volleyball tournament with a six-game winning streak, achieving a 6-1 record.
They secured the top spot with a 25-20, 25-16, 23-25, 25-21 victory over De La Salle University at the Araneta Coliseum.
Leo Aringo Jr. led the Bulldogs with 20 points, while Jade Disquitado contributed 19 points.
Nico Almendras scored 13 points, Obed Mukaba added 10 points with five blocks, and Rwenzmel Taguibolos also had five blocks.
Setter Joshua Retamar facilitated the offense with 22 excellent sets and scored five points.
Despite the team's success, coach Dante Alinsunurin acknowledged the need to address their 22 unforced errors and continue optimizing their offense.
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